Head Velocity MLT is called a multi but is it a 'synthetic like fake multi'?

pub

New User
Head Velocity MLT is called a multi but is it a 'synthetic like fake multi'?
(I understand that even two filaments or a thousand filaments can be both called a multi, but to me it is not a true multi)

I understand that MLT is called a multifilament but does not fray, therefore I think it is a 'synthetic like fake multi'.

After couple hours of use....
Head Velociy MLT = At the sweetspot area, you will not see any fraying but only the discoloring (if using black or blue) of it, and the white inside is exposed. Eventually, it breaks as it becomes thinner. It ages the same as a synthetic string.
Tecnifibre X-One Biphase = At the sweetspot area, you do see the tens of threads coming out, and we call this fraying. After heavy fraying, the string will break. I regard this as a 'true multifilament'.

What is your opinion?
Also, can anyone recommend the cheapest, good-performing multi that frays? ($10-15ish) I want to see fraying as I play.
 

tele

Professional
i do not think velocity is a fake multi.

i recommend multifeel or signum pro micronite. they perform differently but should satiate your appetite for fraying and are around ten to fifteen bucks.
 
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Jung

New User
Velocity is a real multi, and why does the string fraying matter? I've played with VS gut and Wilson gut before, and VS gut frays heavily, but Wilson gut doesn't. I get a few loose strands before it breaks.
 

SlowTiger

Professional
Not all multis frey. Also, velocity is a true multi with a thick coating. PPC is closer to a syn gut but is still a true multi
 

Frankc

Professional
MLT is a stiff multi - probably a reason for its popularity. Does not surprise me that there is little fraying. Not a lively string at all...
 

HitMoreBHs

Professional
Velocity MLT frays like crazy in my rackets, no different from any multi. It’s one of my favourite multi’s due to excellent snapback. However, I rarely use it since it’ll snap within 4hrs hitting for me.

If yours isn’t fraying, is there a chance you’ve got a reel of fake Velocity MLT?
 

jimmy8

Legend
Tru Pro Triumph - like NXT, but cheaper

Velocity has a thicker outer sheath to protect from fraying occuring
 
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